Still Life – Page 8 – The Discerning Palette

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Lemon & Pipe

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A very well executed mid century modernist still life composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

In this painting we see a lemon, a pipe, a matchbox and lemon juicer, all set against a rich green background. The yellow of the lemon pops against the green, and it is this contrast in colour that draws the eye in first. From there our eyes are lead around the different forms which are wonderfully balanced. The juniper green in this painting is rich and vivid, and really sets a deep, restful tone for the painting.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary grey stained wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some wear as well as a small loss at its lower right corner as shown.

Size: 29 x 50 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with Cubist Violin

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A playful mid-century modernist style still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition features a stylised depiction of a violin, open book, apples, and a wine bottle with a glass, all arranged on a table.

Containing elements of cubism, the violin has skilfully been deconstructed into simplified forms. The artist has used bold, flat colours to outline shapes and create depth, allowing for an interplay of light and shadow.

The brushstrokes are smooth and controlled, contributing to a clean quality. The colour palette is dominated by cool tones, primarily deep blues and greens, contrasting with touches of warm colours like the yellow and red of the fruits and the brown of the table.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary gilt frame with a hessian lined border. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 69.5 x 80.5 cm (including frame)

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Tulips in Bloom

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An energetic and confidently executed mid-century floral still life composition, painted in oil board onto and dated 1953.

A dynamic arrangement of tulips punctuates the center of the composition.

Containing elements of post-impressionism, the painting is characterised by rich colours as well as loose and expressive brushwork that evoke emotion rather than merely represent the flowers.

The artist has used a rich palette is rich dominated by deep reds, vibrant pinks, and subtle greens, all contrasted against a dark muted backdrop. The darker tones of the background highlight the vibrancy of the flowers, drawing the viewer’s attention to them.

The brushstrokes are bold, energetic, and textured – contributing to the painting’s dynamic as well as emotive quality.

This oil on board is housed in a very well-suited wood frame with multiple profiles. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 41.5 x 34.5 cm (including frame)

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Apples & Saucer

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A mid-century modernist still life painting that presents a serene composition of apples, a plate, and a knife arranged on a table draped with a white cloth, executed in oil onto canvas.

The artist employs a restrained yet harmonious colour palette, primarily consisting of soft blues, muted greens, and warm earth tones, lending the work a sense of quiet elegance.

Modernist in its ethos, there is a focus on simplified forms and a slightly abstracted perspective. The brushstrokes are loose yet deliberate, creating a lightly textured surface that conveys depth and light. Shadows and highlights are subtly blended, contributing to a subdued yet atmospheric quality.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well made wood frame that suits it beautifully. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has a scuff to its right edge, as shown in the close ups.

Size: 43.5 x 59.5cm (including frame)

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Modernist Tabletop

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A striking mid-century modernist style painting of a still life interior setting, executed in oil onto board and dated 1954.

The composition presents a table scene with objects that include a jug and an artist’s palette, laid upon a green tablecloth.

Rendered in a distinctly modernist style and leaning towards abstraction, the artist as simplified the various forms into blocks of contrasting colours – focuses on the interaction of shapes and colour as opposed to realistic details. There is an emphasis on flat planes and distorted perspectives, creating a dynamic and somewhat cubist feel.

The palette is earthy yet muted, featuring browns, greens, greys, and touches of purple. These colours are balanced with areas of light, creamy white, which lend the piece a sense of contrast and depth.

The brushwork is expressive, with visible strokes that are broad and sweeping, adding a sense of movement and energy.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary cream frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63 x 75.5 cm (including frame)

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Pears & Bottle

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A striking and richly textured geometric abstract mid-century still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition presents a bold, abstracted arrangement of objects – including a bottle, a goblet, a pedestal dish, and two pears. Containing elements of cubism and abstraction, the objects have been geometrically simplified and fragmented into angular forms, and are outlined in black, creating a dramatic contrast against a richly textured background.

The brushwork is thick and expressive, with visible texture adding a tactile quality to the surface. The impasto application of paint enhances the raw energy of the composition, giving the piece a dynamic feel.

The artist has used a rich and vibrant palette, adding a lively quality the scene. The foreground features a warm golden-yellow surface, while the background transitions into deep purples, enhancing the sense of depth.

This oil on canvas is housed in complementary wood frame with an inner linen lining, Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 34.5 x 69 cm (including frame)

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Potted Plants and Bottles

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A tranquil and serene mid-century modernist style interior still life painting that invites viewers to revel in the simple beauty of everyday objects, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition centres on a table that hosts several everyday objects, including bottles, a cup, and potted plants, all set against a softly lit backdrop of a window.

Modernist in its ethos with abstract qualities, there is a focus on the interaction between colour and form as opposed to realistic details. Through the use of a restrained palette and expressive brushwork, the artist has skilfully deconstructed the objects and surrounding environment into simplified blocks of contrasting colour.

The palette is muted, dominated by earthy greens, greys, soft pinks, and beige tones. These hues evoke calmness and blend harmoniously together.

The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, yet deliberate, leaving visible texture in the paint. This technique creates an impression of spontaneity while maintaining the clarity of the objects and overall composition.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary wood frame with an inner cream border. The painting is in very good vintage condition. The frame has some marks and wear commensurate with age, but is stable overall.

Size: 65 x 61 cm (including frame)

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Red Amaryllis

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An uplifting and expressive mid-century modernist still life painting, executed in oil onto board.

The composition features a vibrant arrangement of red amaryllis flowers placed in a green jug, set against an abstracted background. The composition is thoughtfully balanced, with the rich red of the blossoms drawing the viewer’s attention, while the surrounding foliage and vase provide contrast.

Executed in an expressive style, the painting exhibits bold colour blocking and simplified forms. The palette is earthy and muted, with browns, blues, and greys forming the backdrop, while the foreground is energised by the deep crimson of the flowers and the bright citrus tones of fruit resting on a plate.

The brushwork is loose and textured, with visible, confident strokes that create a sense of movement and depth. The application of paint varies, from thicker to more fluid, blended sections, enhancing the overall dynamism of the piece.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary wood frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 38 x 31.5 cm (including frame)

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Relief with Blue

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A serene and abstract contemporary Cornish still life painting, executed in oil onto board and dated 1995 on reverse.

The composition presents an assortment of domestic objects, including a jug and cups, subtly arranged within a fragmented, geometric space.

The artist has thoughtfully used an understated colour palette dominated by soft blues, muted greens, and earthy beige tones, creating a sense of calm and balance

Rendered in an abstracted, cubist-inspired style, the composition is deconstructed into overlapping and interlocking planes, giving the impression of a relief-like surface.

The artist’s brushstrokes are delicate and layered, with light visible texture that enhance the tactile quality of the piece. Thin, precise lines define the edges of the objects, while areas of soft, blended colour add depth and movement. The overall effect is both structured and fluid, evoking a quiet, meditative atmosphere.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary white frame and is framed behind glass. The painting is in good vintage condition. There are two pin holes to the left edge of the board as shown in the close up, and there are some marks to the white border. The frame has some slight wear, commensurate with age.

Size: 29 x 71 cm (including frame)

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Three Pears

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A charming and brilliantly executed mid-century modernist still life painting, executed in oil onto board and dated 1966.

Small yet impactful in its composition, the painting presents three pears against a blue background. The pears, rendered in soft yellows and greens, are arranged in a balanced yet dynamic grouping, with subtle shadows anchoring them in space.

This piece is executed in a modernist style, with a strong emphasis on shape, light, and composition rather than realistic details. The artist has used a painterly approach with visible, angular brushstrokes that add a sense of structure and depth to the forms.

The colour palette is harmonious, featuring warm tones for the fruit contrasting beautifully against the cool blue background.

This oil on board is housed in a beautiful wood and gilt frame with multiple profiles, that suits the painting very well. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 29 x 37 cm (including frame)

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Fish & Lemon

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A vibrant and confidently executed still life portrayal of a table setting, executed in oil onto canvas.

At the heart of the composition is a cream plate with a blue rim, holding two fish. Surrounding the plate is a vivid yellow lemon, as well as two bottles in varying shapes and colours. The background of the painting has been abstracted down to a blend of muted shades of pink and sage, allowing the bold and striking colours of the objects to stand out.

The textural quality of the painting is achieved through expressive and energetic brushstrokes as well as the layered application of paint, giving a sense of depth and movement.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary deep profile dark grey frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has very minor scuffs as shown in close ups, but this does not detract from its overall attractiveness.

Size: 49.5 x 59 cm (including frame)

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Flowers & Vessels

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A soothing mid-century modernist interior still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The painting captures a serene domestic setting with a carefully arranged composition of objects on a wooden table. At the centre, a faceted vase holds a bouquet of three large flowers – set against a muted backdrop with a softly draped curtain. Surrounding the vase, a selection of vessels in earthy and pastel tones add depth to the composition. A simple bowl containing yellow and orange fruits sits on the tabletop, accompanied by additional scattered fruit pieces in shades of green and yellow.

The painting exhibits a modernist approach with a structured composition, simplified geometric forms, and a restrained yet expressive use of perspective. A harmonious palette of muted, earthy tones dominates the scene, adding a soothing quality to the work.

The brushwork is deliberate and controlled, with soft, blended edges and an emphasis on form over fine detail. The surfaces of objects are rendered with a slightly textured yet smooth application of paint, lending a quiet, contemplative atmosphere to the composition. There is a clear attention to the structure of objects, with subtle tonal variations creating a sense of volume and solidity.

This oil on canvas is housed in a robust gilt wood frame with an inner cream border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some scuffing to edges, but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

Size: 68.5 x 55.5 cm (including frame)

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Pears and Bottle

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A small yet impactful contemporary Cornish still life painting, executed in oil onto panel and dated 2012.

The composition presents a bowl of pears, and a colourful bottle thoughtfully arranged on a white rectangular tabletop.

The artist has used a restrained colour palette dominated by muted greys, earthy yellows, blues, and a striking touch of warm red. These hues work harmoniously to create a balanced, contemplative atmosphere.

The brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible textures that lend depth and tactility to the surface. The softened edges and subtle tonal shifts suggest an interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the painting’s quiet and serene essence.

This oil on panel is housed in a complementary white frame. The painting is in excellent condition, and the frame has some light marks.

Size: 31 x 36 cm (including frame)

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The Striped Mug

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A vibrant and striking still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition features an assortment of objects whose silhouettes are defined by black outlines, placed across a green surface. A wine bottle stands tall in between 2 white pitchers. An orange, painted with a zesty pop of colour takes centre stage, and is placed beside a striped jug that adds a playful touch.

The backdrop consists of bold blocks of pink and purple hues, their muted tones adding depth and an uplifting quality to the scene.

The artist’s choice of bold colours, as well as the thick application of paint resulting in a textual quality creates a lively, energetic atmosphere.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary gilt frame. The painting has slight yellowing due to varnish, but this is in keeping with its style. It is in good vintage condition overall.

Size: 65 x 57 cm (including frame)

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Blue Jug & Pipe

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A brilliantly executed and characterful surrealist still life composition, executed in tempera on board, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

This oil on board is presented in a gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has some minor scuffing but is in good condition overall.

Size: 27 x 32 cm (including frame)

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Candlelit Chair

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An expressive and confidently executed mid-century still-life composition that features a wooden chair with a candleholder resting on its seat, painted in oil onto board.

The artist has used painterly, loose, and textured brushstrokes that give the composition depth and a tactile, raw feel.

A restrained muted and earthy colour palette dominated by shades of beige, brown, cream, and black, with subtle touches of soft pink tones have been used. This creates an atmosphere of warmth and simplicity.

This oil on board is housed in a complementary frame with multiple profiles. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has an area of paint loss at its lower left corner and at its right edge, as shown in the close ups.

Size: 47 x 42 cm (including frame)

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Chair & Vase

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An expressive and uplifting mid-century interior still life painting, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition presents a warmly lit domestic scene, featuring a wooden chair with a glass vase containing lush green foliage. The setting is defined by a terracotta-tiled floor and a softly blended background, suggesting a tranquil, sunlit corner of a home.

Reminiscent of Vincent Van Gogh’s expressive interior works, the painting embraces bold, energetic outlines and a vivid colour palette that leans into warm earth tones—bright oranges, yellow, and greens. The brushstrokes are dynamic and gestural, giving the composition a sense of movement and vitality. Much like Van Gogh’s chair paintings, this piece balances structure with an emotive, almost raw interpretation of space and form.

The brushstrokes are loose yet deliberate, lending the composition a sense of spontaneity and liveliness.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well-suited distressed wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. There is some minor wear to the inner border of the frame but it is in very good condition otherwise.

Size: 76 x 65cm (including frame)

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Grapes & Pears

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A brilliantly executed and characterful mid-century still life composition executed in tempera on boar and dated 1977, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

In this excellent composition, an arrangement of fruit including pears and grapes sit in a bright teal bowl beside an lemon and a bottle, with a background that suggests a framed window or artwork.

Inviting viewers to revel in the simple beauty of everyday objects, the artist masterfully captures the essence of realism through his meticulous brushwork and keen attention to detail.

The use of rich tempera hues lends depth and warmth to the scene. Every brushstroke is executed with precision, capturing the intricacies of each object, contributing to the overall illusion of depth and form.

This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited wood frame with an inner gilt window and a lovely inner green velvet border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition and the frame has very minor scuffs, but is in good condition overall.

Size: 40 x 44.5 cm (including frame)

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Violin by Candlelight

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A very well executed mid century modernist still life composition, painted in oil onto canvas.

A violin sits atop music sheet notes, leaning against a stack of books that has a candle resting on it. Perhaps this painting alludes to the well known phrase ‘burning the midnight oil’, where someone has spent a long time studying and practicing their music. The well burnt candle seems to suggest this – that work has been done through the night.

The artwork has been painted in an expressionist manner in a rich and vivid palette, with gestural and textured brushwork is visible. Areas of impasto can be seen, where the paint has been applied thickly, giving this painting its textured surface.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary dark wood frame with an inner gilt as well as linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition. The frame has minor scuffs, but this is in keeping with its vintage style.

Size: 53 x 43 cm (including frame)

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Bottle & Pears in Window

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A brilliantly executed contemporary still life composition in oil, painted onto canvas and presented in a white floater frame that suits it impeccably.

This painting is a still life with a minimalist, introspective mood, characterized by simplicity and muted tones, reminiscent of the still lifes of Modernist painter Giorgio Morandi.

A tall, dark glass bottle is centrally placed, with its subtle translucence hinting at texture. Three pears, varying in size and positioned around the bottle, add organic shapes to the otherwise geometric scene. The objects rest on a ledge or tabletop, which extends diagonally and leads the viewer’s eye toward the back of the space.

The setting is framed by a window or plain wall, with soft natural light illuminating the objects. The background is painted in light blue and grey tones, contrasting with the darker colours of the objects.

The painting is made up of a subdued colour palette of earthy greens, browns, blues, and greys. The lighting emphasizes subtle gradations in tone, enhancing the quiet and reflective atmosphere.

The brushwork is smooth and controlled, giving the painting a serene, balanced feeling. The style is reminiscent of classical still-life traditions but simplified for a modern aesthetic.

This work conveys a contemplative atmosphere, focusing on the interplay of light, shadow, and space.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary floater frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent condition.

Size: 46.5 x 46.5 cm (including frame)

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By the Lighthouse

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A soothing and brilliantly executed composition that depict a serene harbour scene, painted in oil onto board by the established Swedish artist Richard Björklund (1897–1974) whose works have been exhibited in public collections including the National Museum in Stockholm, Moderna Museet in Stockholm, Malmo Museum, Ystads Art Museum, and others.

This scenic painting captures a view of moored boats with masts extending upwards by a dockside, and a lighthouse in the background.

The artist has worked under a largely modernist ethos, simplifying the scene down to blocks of colours, using contrasting tones to create depth and space within the picture.

The brushstrokes are smooth and gentle. The palette is muted and harmonious, featuring soft blues, greens, greys, whites, and earthy yellows with occasional hints of red or brown. This subdued colour scheme evokes a quiet, atmospheric mood, enhancing the calmness and simplicity of the scene.

This oil on board is housed in a unique gilt frame with layers of a black, silver, as well as a cream border. The painting is excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some losses to its edges.

Size: 56.5 x 48.5 cm (including frame)

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Olives

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A small but impactful mid century modernist abstract composition, painted in oil onto canvas and framed behind glass.

This painting is an abstract composition with a focus on texture and earthy tones, dominated by dark brown and black tones with hints of green and olive. A patch of light beige appears on the right side, creating contrast and breaking up the darker hues.

The central area features overlapping layers of dark paint, applied with visible, expressive brushstrokes. Two circular green forms are visible, possibly resembling abstracted fruit nestled within the darker layers.

The paint is thickly applied in some areas, emphasizing movement and adding depth through the use of bold, gestural strokes. The textured surface suggests an exploration of form and materiality.

The piece conveys a sense of mystery and organic forms, with an emphasis on tactile qualities and abstraction. It evokes natural elements like soil or bark, blending a moody color scheme with a contemplative, textured aesthetic.

The painting is surrounded by a cream card mount within a simple light wood frame, which complements the earthy tones of the artwork. It is framed behind glass. Both frame and painting are in good vintage condition.

Size: 22.5 x 43.5 cm (including frame)

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Scarlet Apples

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A brilliantly executed mid century modernist still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

A grouping of 9 lusciously red apples sit against an abstract backdrop, our eyes drawn to their richness against the more diaphanous pinky blue background. The apples appear to be in their positions by chance, but yet it is almost certain that the artist has carefully considered their arrangement, creating a composition that has a lovely rhythm and excellent balance. The background is had been painted in an expressive manner, with loose brushstrokes creating a light and atmospheric scene, further accentuating the vividness of the apples.

This oil on canvas is housed in a very well suited slim gold frame, which illuminates the painting beautifully. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 49 x 58 cm (including frame)

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Soft Blooms

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A gentle and dreamy mid-century modernist style still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas.

The painting is characterised by an abstracted and expressive portrayal of an arrangement o vibrant orange flowers as well as a plate on a tabletop, set against a background of soft blended light shades.

All realistic details have been omitted, and the objects have been rendered with a mix of gestural and deliberate strokes, exuding spontaneity and simplicity.

The palette is a harmonious mix of soft pastels—pink, white, and lavender—serving as a backdrop to the bold orange of the flowers. Subtle earthy tones, such as beige and muted green define the tabletop, creating balance and grounding the composition.

The brushstrokes are dynamic and loose, conveying movement and an emotional depth. The artist has skilfully layered contrasting shades, allowing the underpainting to peek through in areas.

This oil on canvas is housed in complementary slim wood frame. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63 x 52 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with Lantern

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An expressive mid-century modernist style still life composition, executed in oil onto canvas and dated 1963.

It presents a carefully arranged tabletop composition – a lush green plant with broad leaves dominates the foreground, while various vessels, including a glass lantern, a white pitcher, and a brown bottle, as well as a lime and onions are thoughtfully positioned against an abstracted background.

The artist has worked under a largely modernist ethos, subtly fragmenting the scene down to blocks of colours, using contrasting tones to create depth and space within the picture.

The palette is a sophisticated blend of cool and neutral tones, including muted greens, earthy browns, soft greys, and hints of blue. The subdued colour harmony enhances the sense of quiet stillness.

The brushwork is loose yet deliberate, with visible and expressive strokes that add texture and movement to the composition. The layering of paint and dynamic application suggest a painterly approach, lending the scene a sense of immediacy and liveliness.

This oil on canvas is very well suited linen-lined frame with an inner cream border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has minor wear, commensurate with age.

Size: 56 x 76 cm (including frame)

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Tabletop Ensemble

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A brilliantly executed mid-century still life composition that contains elements of cubism and abstraction, painted in oil onto canvas and dated 1959.

The artist has deconstructed everyday objects—like pitchers, cups, and tables—into geometric shapes and overlapping planes, creating a layered, fragmented perspective that invites viewers to explore multiple dimensions simultaneously.

The colour palette is a blend of muted, earthy tones, such as olive green, mustard yellow, burnt orange, and dark teal, combined with accents of grey and black. These colours contribute to a warm yet restrained atmosphere. The shapes are outlined and juxtaposed with tonal shifts, which gives depth to the flat surfaces.

The brushstrokes are smooth and controlled, enhancing the sense of geometric clarity and maintaining the structured composition. This painting evokes a sense of stillness and balance, achieved through the careful arrangement of shapes and colours.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary slim wood frame frame. The painting has some scattered losses at its edges as shown, but is overall in good vintage condition otherwise.

Size: 57 x 70 cm (including frame)

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Essence of Objects

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An outstanding mid-century still life composition in the style of abstract expressionism, executed in oil onto canvas.

The composition is filled with loosely defined everyday objects, whereby the artist has reimagined them as abstract shapes and forms. The arrangement is dense, giving the painting a sense of fullness.

Abstract expressionist in nature, the painting conveys emotions through colour and shape, rather than through realistic representational forms.

The colour palette consist of muted tones with contrasting pops of striking reds and orange.

The brushstrokes are energetic and gestural. These strokes do not aim for precision nor to fully define each form, but instead to capture a sense of immediacy and movement, suggesting the artist painted with vigour and spontaneity.

This oil on canvas is housed in a complementary dark wood frame. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has some paint losses as shown.

Size: 54 x 63 cm (including frame)

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Moonlit Pears

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A brilliantly executed and characterful surrealist still life composition, executed in tempera on board and dated 1980, by the established Swedish artist Eric Cederberg (1897-1984), whose artworks have been represented in several public and museum collections across Sweden.

The central focus of the composition is a bold and vibrant selection of red pears, a yellow bowl, and a cluster of purple grape that have been thoughtfully arranged. They are set against a desert-like landscape with rocky mountains and under a crescent moon. The combinations of forms lends the painting a surreal, dreamlike quality.

The colour palette is vibrant yet balanced. The deep reds of the pears draws our attention, and the bold colours of the fruit and bowl stand out against the tan middle ground. Additionally, the black shadows and dark forms in the background provide depth and a sense of mystery.

The brushstrokes are smooth and meticulous, contributing to the tempera medium’s characteristic flatness and opacity. This technique lends the painting a polished, clean aesthetic.

This tempera on board is housed in a well-suited gilt frame with an inner linen border. The painting is in excellent vintage condition, and the frame has very minor wear along its left edge.

Size: 34 x 39 cm (including frame)

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Still Life with a View

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A vibrant and striking mid-century interior still life painting, executed in oil onto board.

The composition features an interior scene with vase with a flowers and a tray of fruits on a table. In the background, there is an interior space, and a window with a view of architectural forms.

Taking a semi-abstract approach, the forms are not realistic but are simplified, with a focus on the interplay of colour and brushstrokes.

The colour palette is muted yet lively, featuring soft greens, subdued yellows and orange, light pinks, and touches of blue and white that harmonise wonderfully together.

The composition is a masterful display of the artist’s ability to layer contrasting shades through the use of short and expressive brushstrokes, contributing to a sense of texture, depth, as well as visual interest.

This oil on board is housed in a very well-suited wood frame with an inner gilt window. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63.5 x 58.5 cm (including frame)

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Candlestick & Fruit

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A lively mid-century post-impressionist interior still life composition, executed in oil onto board.

Featuring a red candlestick as its focal point, the painting also includes a jug, a dish with a pipe, green fruits, books, and a blue box, all arranged on a table and set against a greenish-blue backdrop.

Containing elements of post-impressionism, the painting is characterised by rich colours as well as loose and distinctive brushwork.

The colour palette is rich and vibrant, creating a visually stimulating atmosphere. The use of expressive brushstrokes, combined with a lightly textured surface, contribute to the painting’s dynamic and emotive quality.

This oil on board is housed in beautiful distressed style wood frame that is very thick and heavy, and that complements the painting very well. Both the painting and frame are in excellent vintage condition.

Size: 63 x 74 cm (including frame)

Free domestic (UK) shipping. As this artwork is very heavy, it is unlikely that we will be able to ship it internationally. If you are very interested and are located outside of the UK, please contact us and we will see what we can do.

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